1968 Chevrolet Nova vs. 2013 Honda Insight
To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Nova would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Nova (165 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2013 Honda Insight. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 310 kg more than 2013 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Chevrolet Nova is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1968 Chevrolet Nova. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Insight, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Chevrolet Nova (388 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Nova | 2013 Honda Insight | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Nova | Insight |
Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4377 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2550 mm |